Monster Questions: How To Start & Grow A Business

 Tips on how to grow your #SmallBusiness - from branding to messaging to the most valuable platform for your ad spend.  #1 - Be authentic! - Make sure you are being authentic to your brand, your business & your customers  Always Focus on Customer Service - Make sure you're approaching your business relationships & marketing content from a standpoint of gratitude.  Nail down your target audience before launching content  - Think of who you want to view your content and make sure you relate with your viewers with your messaging   #2 - Maintain a steady stream of content. - Make sure you are posting on #LinkedIn or #Instagram TWICE a day! If you're a product based business, Instagram is your platform.   #3 - If you are going to spend marketing dollars anywhere, spend it on Facebook - It's the most efficient marketing platform for small businesses, you can get the most reach for the least amount of money and can get extremely targeted with who you want to view

How can you use #InfluencerMarketing to rapidly grow your brand and expand your reach?  - First, you want to identify influential #SocialMedia users in your target audience and vertical.  Look for people who have a decent following and engagement with their users. - You want to leverage these users, people who already have the attention and interest of your vertical, to talk about and promote your brand. - Now you want to set the relationship: what is the influencer willing to work for? Paid promotions? Or product exchange? Make sure you communicate the value of a partnership with your brand. - Make sure you understand where they want to go with this relationship -- do they want a long term partnership?  - Finally, keep at it! Keep the momentum rolling and keep the communication open with these influencers.  

 Thanks for tuning in to Episode 3 of #GrandAdvice by Good Monster! What is the #HaloEffect? The Halo effect is the significant impact a first impression can make on a person's perception of a business / brand or individual.  How can you use the Halo Effect to your advantage in #Branding & Marketing? Consumers will talk about their experience. Make sure it’s a positive one. The Halo Effect guides consumers idea of what type of interaction they will have with your brand in the future. It can determine if a consumer returns, what they tell their friends and if potential consumers choose your brand over another.  How to use the Halo Effect in your #DigitalMarketing campaigns? First,  make sure you figure out the core mission of your brand before you launch any campaigns. Second, make sure you understand the consumer journey. It only takes a small detail to be out of place that can turn a new customer into a negative review.  If the first brand impression is good, generally, the

 Welcome to Episode 2 of #GrandAdvice by Good Monster!   Just in time for tax season, John shares some #MarketingTips on how to make your CPA or Accounting Firm stand out from your competitors. 

Welcome to #GrandAdvice by Good Monster - a new series we're excited to launch!   Today, John talks about how to how to increase foot traffic to your restaurant business and the importance of customer retention.  

We're back with a new episode of #MonsterQuestions - the show where John answers user questions on business, marketing and entrepreneurship. Today, John discusses whether you should move your business to #Amazon and walks through the best way to sell your products on Amazon, while still growing your #ecommerce business and sales through digital marketing channels and website optimization.

Do you have a brick & mortar #retail shop and are looking to join the E-Commerce market? Today on #TheMonsterShow, John details the steps you can take to launch your brand online and join the competitive E-Commerce marketplace.

The digital age has dramatically changed the way companies are #marketing themselves. Today, John discusses the difference between #InboundMarketing and #OutboundMarketing sales, why you need both, and a few strategies to get started immediately.

How to grow your following, build your brand and promote your business in 5 steps

What is the value of #LocalSEO for business? Why should you invest in SEO? Welcome to #TheMonsterShow ! Today, John discusses the top 3 #SEO tips for dominating local search results in your target region. From claiming and optimizing your #GoogleBusiness, to keyword research to on & off page site optimization - John breaks down why SEO matters and how to see ROI when you put the time in to optimize your business for local search. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

All businesses involve risk-taking, but some people are more comfortable in facing failure than others. Today on #TheMonsterShow, John discusses entrepreneurship and how much risk you should take in starting a business. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

Do you own a Crossfit gym and are looking to grow? Welcome to #TheMonsterShow! Today, John breaks down the top ways to market your #Crossfit gym. From showcasing workouts on social media platforms such as Snapchat and Instagram, to working with a photographer or videographer, John talks about the top fitness marketing techniques for a Crossfit gym. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

Welcome back to #MonsterQuestions ! On today's episode John discusses how an influencer can stand out among all the other social media accounts and grow their following and brand. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

We're now on episode 16 of #MonsterQuestions ! Today John discusses how to maintain your brand voice and relationship with customers & influencers while still growing sales. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

Welcome to episode 15 of #MonsterQuestions ! On today's episode John talks about how to set your company apart from similar competitors and the importance of finding the right platform to connect with your audience. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

Welcome back to #MonsterQuestions ! In today's episode, John discusses how to pick the best website platform to for your small business. Wondering if you should use Shopify or Wordpress? Wix or Squarespace? John breaks down all the options and how to choose the best platform for your business. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

Welcome back to #MonsterQuestions ! Today's episode is about staying true to your vision, being willing and able to accept failures when building your brand, and - most importantly - learning from any mistakes you make along the way. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next show! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: www.thegoodmonster.com

Today's episode is shot on location at Great Bear Springs Park with featured guest Evan, founder & owner of Pure ADK (http://www.pureadirondacks.com). Also featured is Evan's dog Lucy :) John & Evan answer Katie's question on how to turn your passion into a company or brand. Do you have an idea you want to turn into a brand? Or want some advice on anything related to digital marketing, entrepreneurship, brand building or social media? Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email them to wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com

Welcome back to #MonsterQuestions ! Today's episode is about how a company can make a difference in authentic way. We talk a lot about the importance of authenticity when promoting your brand at Good Monster. In today's episode, John talks about how you can promote discussions in authentic way when marketing your brand. Text your questions for John at (315) 226-3269 or email us at wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! - - - - Monster Questions is a show by Good Monster CEO John Timmerman that answers people's large and small questions about business, marketing and brand growth. Enjoy! Website: http://www.thegoodmonster.com - - - - Good Monster is a full-service digital marketing agency that works with clients around the United States and around the world to generate business growth. Good Monster offers top-tier social media marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), media planning, video production, website design, web development, email marketing and

We're back with a new episode of #MonsterQuestions ! Today's show is all about influencer marketing - how do you find an authentic influencer to work with and what can you expect in return? Have a question about branding, marketing or entrepreneurship Text John at (315) 226-3269 or email us at wearegoodmonster@gmail.com to be featured on our next video! In today's video, John discusses the ins and outs of influencer marketing, including: - How to work with authentic influencers - What to expect from an influencer marketing relationship?